Mozambique, an African country on the shores of the Indian Ocean and one of the poorest nations in the world, is facing a worrying surge of censorship, repression, and threats against journalists. The situation has drastically worsened in recent months, particularly after the October 2024 elections.  Journalists Targeted: Murders, Disappearances, and Repression  Between December 2024 and January 2025, severe violations of press freedom have been recorded in Mozambique. The persecution of journalists has reached alarming levels, with murders, attacks, and enforced disappearances.  The Murder of Albino Sibia  On December 12, 2024, blogger and journalist Albino Sibia was broadcasting the post-election protests live on Facebook when he was shot by police officers. Sibia was hit twice in the back while documenting the unrest. His last words were: “Help. I got shot and they keep shooting… I am dying.”  He died four hours later while being transported to a local hospital. His

One year ago, the first bombs from Israel fell on Gaza, marking the beginning of the war. The conflict between Israel and Gaza is complex, encompassing political, military, and media dimensions, where the repression of press freedom has significantly impacted both local and international journalists. This repression has employed various tactics to limit media coverage and control the narrative presented to the global audience, alongside more brutal actions such as threats and assassinations. Here are some of the ways in which this repression has been carried out: 1. Restrictions on Journalists’ Access Israel has imposed severe restrictions on journalists’ access, especially during armed conflicts. The Gaza Strip has been described as an “open-air prison,” where journalists and media workers face extreme difficulties entering the area. During escalations, such as bombings in Gaza, Israel has closed crossing points like Erez, preventing international reporters from covering events firsthand. Even Palestinian journalists in

Mexico is considered one of the most dangerous countries for journalists, according to the annual report by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). The country ranks 121 out of 180 in the press freedom index, placing it in the “red zone,” where the situation is described as serious. Journalists in Mexico face constant threats, and many have been killed in recent years due to the government’s lack of protective measures. Since Andrés Manuel López Obrador took office as president in 2018, the situation has not significantly improved. A Political Environment Hostile to the Press   Violence against journalists in Mexico is not only the result of organized crime or local conflicts but is also fueled by an increasingly hostile political environment. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has taken a confrontational stance toward the media, contributing to the discrediting of journalists. His weekly program, “Who’s Who in the Lies of the Week?” is